The dreaded Asian Hornet, Vespa velutina, has arrived.
I caught this one on Friday:
I had seen one buzzing past me up at the hives on Friday morning, but identifying the fast-flying hornet is very difficult. Luckily (unlucky for her) this one stopped for a moment on some wax frames I had outside, and I caught her.
The excellent Agents Rurals have confirmed the identification...
I caught this one on Friday:
Ruler or ruled |
Bee stung |
I had seen one buzzing past me up at the hives on Friday morning, but identifying the fast-flying hornet is very difficult. Luckily (unlucky for her) this one stopped for a moment on some wax frames I had outside, and I caught her.
The excellent Agents Rurals have confirmed the identification...